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Borders Books and Music

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356 Santana Row Ste 1030
San Jose, CA 95128

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Borders Books and Music
Local(408) 241-9100
Toll-Free(888) 812-6657
Fax(408) 241-9105

356 Santana Row Ste 1030
San Jose, CA 95128

http://www.borders.com

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User Reviews of Borders Books and Music

Yelp.com Review - by Kim D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Service albeit was not readily available - I guess they were busy... but it was successful.Thank you, fellow well-dressed gay for helping me my find my Christian Siriano book today. Even if it wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by A K.

3.0 of 5 stars. PROS:- Staying open late until 12:00AM on Friday and Saturday is wonderful.- The movie/music section is great and has a wide selection. - Good inventory of newspaper and magazines- Overall store is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by JAYSON C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Hm. There's just something about this place that makes me really want to sit down and read books with a cup of coffee by my side.Out of all the big box book stores including other Borders locations...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dominic S.

4.0 of 5 stars. The place is awesome. The people it attracts are (for the most part) awesome as well. I'm gonna get a little deep here, because, well, it's a special place to study and work.I suppose it's the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by terence t.

4.0 of 5 stars. Really impressed with their customer support, the staff came up to you constantly to make you are doing ok............, the cashier was super friendly, she let me use my iphone for displaying a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael D.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is actually a pretty good place to hang out, though it has some pros and cons (one of which probably single-handedly keeps it from stars).Pros:Pretty decent size -- there is plenty to browse...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeremy G.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is a great, low key, hang-out place in Santana Row. The cafe is pretty good and they're open until 11:30p!I do have a couple of complaints, though: 1) There's no wifi! 2) The place is so popular...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron J.

3.0 of 5 stars. This Borders location is by far my favorite "big chain" bookstore. The selection is very good (by my standards), the staff are friendly and always helpful, and the location can't be beaten. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nine N.

2.0 of 5 stars. Why two stars?Because although their customer service is pretty good-great-wonderful, their selection isn't all that great compared to other Borders locations; their bathrooms are disgusting; the 2nd...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynn V.

5.0 of 5 stars. My absolute favorite spot for studying! The reading area has a lot of tables, but it might be hard to get one since there's a lot traffic coming in and out. What I love best is that I can glance out...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Awesome book store. I've always been able to find any book I needed here. The place is humongous and there's plenty of seating area, specially in the cafe area. Seating tends to get scarce during...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Danny T.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's nice if you can get that table next to the window on the weekend when you just want to chill out, but it gets really crowded pretty fast. so get here very early if you want to secure that table,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by farrah g.

4.0 of 5 stars. Let me some up all these other reviews: "I COME HERE TO STUDY blahblah blah blah. I COME HERE TO READ BOOKS IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING THE SAME THING AND THERE IS NO WHERE TO SIT...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kat H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good selection of everything. I went specifically for travel books and they were easy to find on the ground floor. Maps were placed close by as well and I was able to find what I needed.I can usually...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kat T.

3.0 of 5 stars. i like coming to this place around noon-ish. the only thing that sucks is that there's never a seat that's right next to an outlet.. so either they gotta have more outlets, or i should just come in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Patricia B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like this borders even though it's always crowded. It's generally the same with bookstores. The customer service here is good, great actually. I suppose that would be the difference between this one...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Shannel G.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is huge and it's clear that people like to come hang out here. It's fun to just kinda rummage through this store and see what you stumble upon. I was impressed by the large clearance...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Patty W.

3.0 of 5 stars. All Borders bookstores are generally the same. This one is a spacious two-story model and was packed on a Sunday evening. Coffee upstairs, magazines downstairs. Clearance books, children's, and sports...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaime P.

2.0 of 5 stars. This is your standard Borders, we hung out here to kill some time before a concert on a Sunday night. Good selection of books, but ugh, those restrooms are pretty rank, go anywhere else but here to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Good selection of books, music and DVDs. Service is OK, but could definitely be better. Usually pretty crowded, including the parking lot, but you can find parking once you know where to look....
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany T.

3.0 of 5 stars. CROWDED.If you can find a place to sit, good for you. If you can find a place that is quiet and doesn't have people sitting and talking up a storm, then even better. It's just kind of annoying when...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gloria T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I may be a little biased because I love book stores. I'm one of those nerds that overspends on books when I should be out buying groceries. I can't help it! It's an addiction! This Borders is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patricia A.

3.0 of 5 stars. There never seems to be enough chairs or enough educated staff. I had read online that there was to be author signing but couldn't remember the date. The customer service counter was packed so I head...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jillian R.

4.0 of 5 stars. well, borders is borders. and i like this one simply because it has two floors. but damn. talk about crowded.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Haily W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Damn you Borders for knowing a sucker when you see one!!! You know that if you price a bunch of books at $4 and put them all together, that some sucker (me) will buy 10 instead of one regular priced...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alan M.

2.0 of 5 stars. No close parking... checkNo place to sit... checkNo clean bathrooms... checkLots of people to maneuver around when you are trying to browse... checkMost tolerable place to visit in Santana Row?...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Thuy Tien T.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is one of the better places besides the Borders in Blossom Hill that I prefer to come to. The place is nice, clean and definitely easy to find any book that you need. I have never had a problem...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mealina A.

4.0 of 5 stars. i lov borders n i wayy hope that every1 does 2. it TOTALLY rocks----hahaha rock out borders!!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ruth C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I looooooooove books and loooooooove bookstores. I'm also pretty ok with paying full price at times, but this Borders sometimes has good deals (keyword - sometimes).This store is HUGE, 2 stories,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marie D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love Borders at Santana Row - I'd live there if I could, except for the bathroom, which can be pretty nasty at times. One of the best places to go at any time of the day. But its a pity they've lost...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jackie D.

5.0 of 5 stars. oh, borders. how you are so good to me. not only do you provide me with my awesome cds, hard to find dvds, and interesting books, you also provided me with awesome people. i won't divulge on what...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Monica L.

2.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my least favorite Borders in the area. I do not like the way it is setup and there really isn't much room to lounge and read. I feel cramped when I come here and the layout is ackward...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christina G.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a great place to grab a few magazines and make a day of people-watching on Border's second floor balcony that extends right over Santana Row. Too chilly? Then opt for the indoor table and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nora A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this borders. Our little family always splits to our fav sections. Some upstairs some down. The boys pick out some books and my daughter is off to the young readers section. I am a little...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by DaraDara S.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you ignore the bookstore...try the toasted sandwiches and old fashioned donuts from Seattle's Best upstairs. SOOOO GOOD.
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ahh I love this place especially 2nd fl business section. That's whereyou will usually find me. Next to the window looking across the St. Peoplewatching at the Hotel Valencia. Ha ha. While browsing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Danny D.

3.0 of 5 stars. I came in to have a looksy, I must say this place was a zoo! I found 2 noteworthy additions: The magazines were set very nicely.The graphic novels have a pretty decent size compared to the Barnes and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like this location. It's huge, has all the latest automotive mags I'm interested in, has a pretty good 'Seattle's Best' coffee shop and a nice balcony to enjoy your coffee while people watching....
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ariana M.

2.0 of 5 stars. For almost a year I have been telling myself that I need to write this review ... so here you go. YUCK! I frequent this location because it is open late and great for studying. The bathroom,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael H.

3.0 of 5 stars. The only reason I come to this Borders is their great selection of art magazines. It seems like they just reorganized and upgraded their selection because maybe those Santana Rowians love their art...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brendan C.

2.0 of 5 stars. The magazines and coffees are on separate floors. Don't like that arrangement. Doesn't feel like a bookstore.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Becky M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love borders. I escpecially like Santana Row's because they always have the books I want. The cafe is great and cheap. The place is quiet and peaceful.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanna L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Mia and I went over to study. Maybe the library would have been better but yeah. I laughed at the bathroom, I swear a Tazmanian Devil ran their claws all over the place. Toilet seat covers and toilet...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalye S.

1.0 of 5 stars. Standard Borders. It's two stories, which is spacious and impressive. Other than that, just like any other Borders.However, the bathrooms are atrocious - like seriously disgusting and overflowing with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Fraulein C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I promise, I'll make this story short.So, my friend Jessica and I went here to "study" on a Thursday night but that didn't happen. We were sitting upstairs near the window and watching people getting...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by katrina m.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of the bigger Borders Books in the area. They have a bigger selection of books than the Milpitas location. They are also way more organized I feel---easier to browse around looking for books. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole G.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love borders books i have a rewards card it is great to take advantage of great sales and other coupons. I love the bargain books they are great books, big selection, and decent prices. I love...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mikey U.

4.0 of 5 stars. ... writer's block... pt.1In a vain attempt to remedy the inspiration-less apathy of the right lobe and creative hemisphere of my cerebrum, I sought out a good old stand-by; ...romance... ... that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurin A.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is probably the store I visit the most at Santana Row. I love it here. I am particularly impressed with their Bargain Book section. They have some really good books for very decent prices. My...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard G.

3.0 of 5 stars. well border's is my neigbor considering I work directly across the street. I bought No country for old men and tghe new Del CD and I finally had a reason to use my 25% off coupon finally. Saved a few...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Vicky L.

5.0 of 5 stars. This Border's now has good sentimental value to me. But aside from that, it usually is really congested and like any other Asian in there, you'll find us furiously trying to read and finish a book so...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jan P.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is my favorite Border's by far! It is humongous compared to the others in the area, and they are chock full of random tchotchke items that make great gift fillers. I love using my 30% off coupons...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jennifer b.

1.0 of 5 stars. BURNED CHEESE.This is the gross smell I encounter every time I go to this store. BURNED CHEESE.It's because of the cafe they have upstairs, and the lack of any fresh air ever making it into the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Arturo A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Step 1: Engage in boredom or start doing nothingStep 2: Drive to Santana Row, park and go to BordersStep 3: Check out the [insert superlative here] selection of books, drink coffee,and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Allegra I.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love supporting local booksellers, don't get me wrong, but this place works out when you're in a pickle. Plus I'm still relatively new to the area so this place helped me out a lot today.I'm taking...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Veronica V.

4.0 of 5 stars. In times of need this Borders always comes through. Normally I use the 30 percent off coupons I get emailed but lately I have been somewhat of a sporadic reader randomly buying a stack of books at at...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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lilaguide | love this store

books, music & food all in one, love it
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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lilaguide | lovely books

huge manga selection, very good atmosphere. not as big as barnes and noble though
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay A.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place. It's great for chillin' and reading magazines. It's almost like a library, but they let you have your cellphones on. Whenever I hit up Santana Row, I ALWAYS drop by this place.
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristian S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this place. It has a very friendly social atmosphere and for student like myself, I found this place to be a great place to get some of my h.w. done. The only thing I dislike about the place...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love you Borders. THIS Borders, and not any other ones. Maybe it's because I've been going to this bookstore since it was first opened on Santana Row. The staff here is always pleasant and friendly,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ok, so I like Borders SLIGHTLY more than B&N because it really does seem like they have a better selection. I just wish they weren't so expensive!! But I love how this is organized and I like the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Frank A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like this place because of the books AND Seattle's Coffee house on the second floor. The coffee is better than Star buck's. If you get any ice blend always make sure they spend enough time...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Pumpkin K.

2.0 of 5 stars. I used to really like this borders because of the great selection and the ability to scan any music CD and listen to clips of the music. It was an oasis of sanity in Santana Row. But the last two...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Fern D.

4.0 of 5 stars. This Borders has a good selection of books, magazines, etc. What I like is the coffee bar area/cafe on the second floor. You can sit outside with your latte on the balcony, and peoplewatch on Santa...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy O.

4.0 of 5 stars. This location is pretty good. I actually prefer it over the Sunnyvale store, as it better organized and has more books in stock. However, this store gets busy! And even though the large Barnes and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amber G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I really really really like this store. It's all about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Every single time we eat on the Row, we wander in here and take a quick sweep of all the books.Love the layout of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by anthony l.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like wandering around in bookstores, especially Borders. This Borders location has the best DVD collection upstairs in the back corner near the bathrooms. Its worth a stop here just to see it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by debbie h.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great study spot. It's nice to know you can look out the window and see a lamborghini and barbie when you look up from your books. Diesel is conveniently right across the street for your jean...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ems K.

4.0 of 5 stars. This bookstore is one of the reasons I venture into Santana Row. Absolutely love the staff - always friendly and helpful .. their great CD selection ..and I love the balcony! It's awesome to be able...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by eric k.

4.0 of 5 stars. What Charlene L. said.....Here... Best Buy... Container Store... places to get away from the foo-foo ness of Santana Row. Can you walk down....ooops... /end rant before I get off topic.Yeah......
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by MIA N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Remember to check out the bargain books upstairs near the DVDs/bathroom. Great deals I tell you! I got a low carb cooking book for 2.97! Who can beat that! Haha.Downstairs near the magazines, by the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Charlene L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Just say no to two story Borders. It's a pain enough to find what you need in the bookstores. Why the hell have us going up and down? No love.But mad love for being that place to get away from the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nathan Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Eh, overpriced items everywhere.Not much customer service.
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Yelp.com Review - by Da J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Fun study spot upstairs. I like the tables overlooking the schmancy Hotel Valencia and the sweet cars parked in front of it. The decaf had me jittery for the rest of the afternoon, though.I wish they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvonne C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great customer service, and excellent selection of children's books! I love how there are so many things on clearance! My daughter had a field day spending almost her whole allowance at Border's this...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Krystal N.

4.0 of 5 stars. They have a good selection of discounted books here. They also have a cute little stationary section and big windows so you can people watch. I like this place except for it always seems to be packed...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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They Have some cool Stationery by Salma A. at InsiderPages

Besides the zillion of books they carry, the best I like is their stationery. They have a very good collection of journals and diaries. Even their kids section is very good. I bought some educational games...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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lilaguide | Borders Books Editorial Review

very popular weekly story time held in most branches (check the web site for locations and times)... call before you go since they are very popular and get extremely crowded... kids love the unique blend of...
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryan L.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of the most intelligent spots on Santana Row. Certainly, one of the most affordable!
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Yelp.com Review - by Bear S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great bookstore. It's a bit crowded on the weekends and it's especially hard to get a seat in the cafe (everyone is on there laptops).Great people (compared to others on Santana Row), good books, good...
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Yelp.com Review - by David D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Attractive Borders bookstore with a fairly expansive cafe area. The staff is usually friendly and helpful; pretty good selection of magazines. Subscribe to their e-mail list for the occasional...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracey Lee D.

5.0 of 5 stars. I am a total book nerd, and I usually always go to Borders to feed my addiction. Got a gift card from my staff for my birthday, so I simply had to go in during the shopping portion of my...
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Yelp.com Review - by qirk z.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good location. Corner on the 'Row.Good magazine collection.90% of the time I enter, I came only for the restroom.
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Yelp.com Review - by Yan M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Was a busy night on a Sat evening but still a huge space to accomodate everyone. Great books and magazine selections and lots of seating area.
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Yelp.com Review - by Thaynius M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Before we start, let me just say that I rarely read. When I do, it's usually an eBook or something that a friend has given me. Rarely do I enter these stores because I'm so overloaded with textbooks...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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Nice selection by Debbie T. at InsiderPages

Nice selection and lots to see. You can spend all afternoon in here. Nice music selection as well and a very friendly staff make it a must go in santan row.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jane D.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is the only store that I can afford at Santana Row. The place is clean and well lit. I usually check out the travel section at book stores. This store has a decent selection. However by country...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2006
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Great selection by Brian T. at InsiderPages

I love the huge selection and the kids love the kids section. Lots to choose from and lots in stock as well. I like being able to go to the website and pre-order for pickup. Makes it nice, but sometimes doing...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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A quiet place to rest your shopping feet by Rita M. at InsiderPages

After a day of shopping in Valley Fair or Santana Row, and I need to rest my poor feet, I usually head on over to Border's Books to rest, read a book, and have a nice cup of tea and a pastry. I just love the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul A.

3.0 of 5 stars. the cafe area with tables/chairs are always packed, so if you plan on going to a cafe to get some work done, i reccomend going early here to secure a spot. dvds and music are overpriced and the books...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamie T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Good place to study (in the music room), nice atmosphere, but the prices suck.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really like their fast escalators, if you sit in one of the armchairs by them, you'll hear people constantly compliment about how fast they are. little things like escalator speed is more important...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2006
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Great for Journals and "Bargain Books"

This is a two storey Borders on Santana Row (the bathroom is on the top floor). I love their "paperchase" section for their fabulous collection of journals, photo albums, notebooks, note cards, etc. ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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Good Bookstore by prathima l. at InsiderPages

Very Good store for books and music.They conduct a story time for the kids on wednesdays which is very amazing. My son loves it. They also have some craft work .He enjoys it a lot....If u become a VIP member ,...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love books. And Borders always gave me a better vibe overall than Barnes and Noble - just a little more quirky, a little (lot) more friendly. The information clerks are always happy to help and give...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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Story time for kids is wonderful by Anupama B. at InsiderPages

I love the location of this place. I like the store too. They have story time for kids on wednesday and saturday at 1pm. I Like the way she presents the story to the kids. Very creative art work everytime. My...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanne V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this particular store. You can always find the hottest and best magazines under their culture section. For those who are into high fashion and the trendiest of the trendiest, you should...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel R.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is a full-sized Borders, with a stationary and journal section located near the rear of the bottom floor. I did the Bargain Books, which are sprinkled throughout. The information desks (one on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2006
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Books

This Borders is a high class store, located in the heart of the elite Santana Row. It is a huge, 2 story building with tons and tons of books and more. It is a great place to buy the book you are loo...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/12/2005
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Borders Books

Borders is a great store where you can find a great selection of books, music, movies;vhs or dvd, and coffee. The prices are sometimes cheap. This store is so well organized and clean and this store ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/08/2005
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Biggest book store in our area

Borders is perhaps the biggest book store in San Jose. they have a huge collection of books, CDs and DVDs on a large number of topics like cooking, comics, fiction and non fiction. Incidentally they k...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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Books, DVDs and Music

Borders has amongst the biggest collection of books, DVDs and CDs at the most incredible prices. If you join Borders as VIP member they will keep sending you coupons which will further reduce your alr...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/21/2005
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Really good

They have everything here, CDs, Books, DVDs, and more. Plus the cafe has some pretty good stuff
judysbook.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita L.

4.0 of 5 stars. If I'm walking around Santana Row and either have left a restaurant, or not planning to dine anywhere, I generally will dash into Borders and use their restrooms. They're clean and you don't have to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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Relaxing Environment by Nick N. at InsiderPages

Located right in the middle of Santana Row, Borders Books Music and Cafe offers a great environment to enjoy a good book and some good coffee. The bookstore is also surrounded by many great shops and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2005
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Very nice bookstore

Borders on Santana Row is quite nice, as it would have to be at this location. The store is two stories and has quite a bit of seating available if you like to just sit and read before purchasing your...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/20/2005
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Very nice bookstore by Angelique S. at InsiderPages

Borders on Santana Row is quite nice, as it would have to be at this location. The store is two stories and has quite a bit of seating available if you like to just sit and read before purchasing your books....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeannette S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is your average 2-story Borders bookstore. What makes this one special is there is A LOT of seating, especially on the 2nd level. There is an outdoor balcony that overlooks the main plaza, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2005
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